full-time 2 months ago
Dental Hygienist
The HealthCare Connection Inc.
1401 Steffen Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45215
Competitive Compensation
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Job Description
Career Opportunity: Dental Hygienist
Reports to: Dental Practice Manager
Organization: The HealthCare Connection (THCC)
Location: Lincoln Heights, OH (Northern Hamilton County)
PART TIME AND FULL TIME OPPORTUNITIES!
Multiple Locations:
School Based Health
Lincoln Heights
Mt. Healthy
About The HealthCare Connection:
Founded in 1967, The HealthCare Connection was Ohio’s first Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). Our mission is to provide quality and accessible primary healthcare services through community responsive approaches that address financial, geographic, and other barriers to care for residents of northern Hamilton County and surrounding areas. THCC is proudly recognized as a Level 3 Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH), the highest level of recognition attainable for quality care.
We boast two primary care locations and 6 school-based health centers providing quality value-based care for over 20,000 patients. We provide services in Primary Care, Infectious Disease, Substance Use, Integrated Behavioral Health, Dental Services, Women’s Health, and Pharmacy.
Benefits:
**SIGN ON BONUS**
Eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness through NHSC & FQHC programs
Health Insurance and Rewards Program
Dental, and Vision Insurance
Free Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
Comprehensive Paid Time Off (PTO)
10 Paid Holidays
Eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness – FQHC/NHSC Site
Position Summary:
The Healthcare Connection is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Dental Hygienist to join our team. The Dental Hygienist plays a key role in delivering high-quality oral health care, patient education, and preventive services to our community. This position is responsible for performing professional dental hygiene procedures, including oral examinations, prophylaxis, scaling, root planing, application of preventive materials, and patient instruction in oral hygiene practices. This role works collaboratively with dentists and other healthcare professionals to ensure excellent patient care in alignment with The Healthcare Connection’s mission of providing accessible, affordable, and quality care to all. Apply now to learn more!
Key Responsibilities:
Perform dental assessments, cleanings, polishing, fluoride/varnish applications, and X-rays
Educate patients and families on oral hygiene and risk prevention
Provide chair-side assistance during dental procedures as needed
Document patient history, conditions, and procedures thoroughly and accurately
Prepare dental impressions and study casts
Assist with walk-in patients and emergency protocols
Maintain cleanliness and function of operatories and dental equipment
Use downtime to restock and prepare exam areas
Support general front office duties as needed (triage, phones, etc.)
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED required
Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) – State of Ohio
Current CPR Certification
Ongoing CEUs to maintain licensure and stay current in dental practices
Equal Employment Opportunity/Drug-Free Workplace:
The HealthCare Connection is focused on creating a community that promotes dignity and respect for employees, patients and other community members. THCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, military status or other characteristics protected by law and will not be discriminated against based on disability.
THCC will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check and a drug screen.
Reports to: Dental Practice Manager
Organization: The HealthCare Connection (THCC)
Location: Lincoln Heights, OH (Northern Hamilton County)
PART TIME AND FULL TIME OPPORTUNITIES!
Multiple Locations:
School Based Health
Lincoln Heights
Mt. Healthy
About The HealthCare Connection:
Founded in 1967, The HealthCare Connection was Ohio’s first Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). Our mission is to provide quality and accessible primary healthcare services through community responsive approaches that address financial, geographic, and other barriers to care for residents of northern Hamilton County and surrounding areas. THCC is proudly recognized as a Level 3 Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH), the highest level of recognition attainable for quality care.
We boast two primary care locations and 6 school-based health centers providing quality value-based care for over 20,000 patients. We provide services in Primary Care, Infectious Disease, Substance Use, Integrated Behavioral Health, Dental Services, Women’s Health, and Pharmacy.
Benefits:
**SIGN ON BONUS**
Eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness through NHSC & FQHC programs
Health Insurance and Rewards Program
Dental, and Vision Insurance
Free Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
Comprehensive Paid Time Off (PTO)
10 Paid Holidays
Eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness – FQHC/NHSC Site
Position Summary:
The Healthcare Connection is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Dental Hygienist to join our team. The Dental Hygienist plays a key role in delivering high-quality oral health care, patient education, and preventive services to our community. This position is responsible for performing professional dental hygiene procedures, including oral examinations, prophylaxis, scaling, root planing, application of preventive materials, and patient instruction in oral hygiene practices. This role works collaboratively with dentists and other healthcare professionals to ensure excellent patient care in alignment with The Healthcare Connection’s mission of providing accessible, affordable, and quality care to all. Apply now to learn more!
Key Responsibilities:
Perform dental assessments, cleanings, polishing, fluoride/varnish applications, and X-rays
Educate patients and families on oral hygiene and risk prevention
Provide chair-side assistance during dental procedures as needed
Document patient history, conditions, and procedures thoroughly and accurately
Prepare dental impressions and study casts
Assist with walk-in patients and emergency protocols
Maintain cleanliness and function of operatories and dental equipment
Use downtime to restock and prepare exam areas
Support general front office duties as needed (triage, phones, etc.)
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED required
Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) – State of Ohio
Current CPR Certification
Ongoing CEUs to maintain licensure and stay current in dental practices
Equal Employment Opportunity/Drug-Free Workplace:
The HealthCare Connection is focused on creating a community that promotes dignity and respect for employees, patients and other community members. THCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, military status or other characteristics protected by law and will not be discriminated against based on disability.
THCC will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check and a drug screen.
About The HealthCare Connection Inc.
The HealthCare Connection is dedicated to providing quality healthcare services to meet holistic health care needs. They offer primary care, preventive care, HIV treatment and prevention, dental services, full-service pharmacy, pediatrics, psychiatric and behavioral health, women's health and family planning, school-based health centers, MOUD and infectious disease services, and vision services.
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